Section 4: Flight Operations
Bambi Bucket Operations Manual 13
Landing
The recommended landing procedure allows the bucket to touch down ahead of the helicopter and then
maintain tension on the suspension lines by backing up slightly, thereby keeping the control head at an
angle while landing.
Do not release the control head from the cargo hook while hovering. At height, this could damage the
control head. Land as normal and then detach the control head or hover at approximately two feet and
then release the head.
To avoid damage to helicopters with low skids, never land on a vertical control head. This could
damage the helicopter and/or the control head. The head is approximately 24" (0.61 m) in length.
If the control head has experienced a severe impact, it is necessary to visually examine the top square
lug of the control head base casting to determine if it has been bent or otherwise damaged. If any
control head damage has occurred, the Bambi Bucket should not be flown.
This examination requires the unbolting and removal of the cast yoke surrounding the lug. If the stub is
damaged, the control head base casting requires replacement. The bottom suspension lugs should be
examined for damage as well.
After using the bucket in salt water, wash the bucket with fresh water. Make sure to pay special
attention to the purse strings. The salt can deteriorate the bucket materials if not removed.
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